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MSU complies with federal Title IX regulations in short time frame, encourages community feedback

Hannah Brock

August 14, 2020

As for MSU's new policy, the Center for Survivors, MSU employee labor unions, MSU Human Resources, the University Committee on Faculty Affairs, Associated Students of Michigan State University, the Council of Graduate Students, the Council of Racial and Ethnic Students and many other faculty, organizations, staff and students collectively aided the process, according to the statement.

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Insurance companies sued by MSU help cover Nassar victim settlements

Wendy Guzman

August 14, 2020

According to University Spokesperson Emily Guerrant, the first wave of survivors received their payment in late 2018, and the second wave of survivors received payment as their individual cases have reached settlement with the university.

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Whitmer announces MI Mask Aid, donates 4 million masks to protect vulnerable populations

Wendy Guzman

August 14, 2020

This partnership is specifically aiding low-income residents, seniors, schools and homeless shelters and is part of the Mask Up Michigan campaign.

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US Congress couldn't compromise on 2nd round of stimulus, halting unemployment insurance

Griffin Wiles

August 14, 2020

Party leaders failed to compromise on two prominent relief proposals

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Wilson Dining Hall to permanently close

Emily Bevard

August 14, 2020

Among other closures for the fall semester were nine Sparty’s locations and the Starbucks located at Broad Art Museum and Broad College of Business. Culinary Services will reevaluate these retail locations after the fall semester and determine if adjustments need to be made, according to the update.

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What is gaslighting? MSU CAPS counselor offers some understanding and advice

Sara Tidwell

August 13, 2020

Explore, forgive, tell about and reclaim your personal story, even if it feels scary.

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EL City Council extends mask requirement, passes ordinance against biased crime reporting

Emily Bevard

August 13, 2020

East Lansing City Council headed discussions around racial equity and the COVID-19 response at their Aug. 11 meeting, including an extension of the mayor’s order requiring masks be worn in all outdoor, public spaces in the downtown district.

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Michigan State to ask students to self screen before coming to campus, introduces COVID-19 Community Detection Program

Wendy Guzman

August 12, 2020

Faculty and staff are being asked to complete the official health screening form each day before beginning on-campus work. Previously, departments had their own forms for their employees, but this is an official form from the university they are required to fill out when they plan to physically go to campus.

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MSU online store hacked, 2,600 customers affected

Hannah Brock

August 11, 2020

The information accessed included names, addresses and credit cards of customers between Oct. 19, 2019, and June 26, 2020.

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'It's about time': 2 newly appointed Black council members share their attachment to East Lansing, talk about plans

Kaishi Chhabra

August 11, 2020

With the appointment of two new Black council members Saturday, Aug. 1, East Lansing City Council made history by creating the first council with people of color in the majority. The existing council members unanimously appointed Dana Watson and Ron Bacon to the two vacant seats.

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What you need to know about the crisis in Lebanon

Sara Tidwell

August 11, 2020

Survivors have been left overwhelmed with grief as many have lost their homes, loved ones, jobs and even access to basic necessities.

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Gotcha scooters return to campus, users encouraged to wear PPE

Hannah Brock

August 10, 2020

The e-scooters were a feature of campus life last year and will be discussed by both parties Jan. 1, 2021, for a spring return, according to the licensing agreement.

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Masks to now be required in all outdoor, public areas in Downtown EL

Emily Bevard

August 7, 2020

The new requirement does not apply to individuals who are younger than five years old; those who cannot medically tolerate a mask; those who are eating or drinking while seated at a table/food service establishment; those who are exercising, when wearing a face covering would interfere in the activity; or those who are at a polling location for purposes of voting in an election, according to the release.

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Stanley provides update on chief diversity officer search, Task Force on Racial Equity members announced

Wendy Guzman

August 7, 2020

More than 70 potential candidates were considered during the search for the chief diversity officer, and seven finalists will interview in late July before narrowing down to four candidates.

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Lansing hosts 2nd community input webinar focused on Lansing Police Department budget

Devin Anderson-Torrez

August 7, 2020

These webinars are a part of Lansing Mayor Andy Schor’s Racial Justice and Equity Community Action Plan, which includes three phases of both long-term and short-term steps. The final webinar is scheduled for Aug. 20.

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Frank Dedvukaj charged in fatal moped crash involving Michigan State student

Wendy Guzman

August 7, 2020

The driver was charged with operating while intoxicated. His preliminary exam conference is scheduled for Aug. 20.

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Election recap: Results from the Ingham County primary election

Griffin Wiles

August 5, 2020

Of Ingham County's 207,839 registered voters, 32.21% took to the polls — or an absent voter ballot dropbox — to cast their votes on partisan offices for U.S. congressional seats all the way down to state legislature and county positions.